$3,995,000
- 3
- beds
- 2
- baths
- 1,850
- sqft
- 1927
- year built
- 3
- beds
- 2
- baths
- 1,850
- sqft
- 1927
- year built
- Status:
- Active
- MLS #:
- ML82041044
- County:
- Santa Cruz
- Listed By:
- Paul Bailey - Bailey Properties
- Agent Phone:
- (831) 818-0406
Sponsoring Broker: Mia Park, Intero
Unique, Iconic home in a World-Class Location, in the heart of Capitola Village. The beach is your backyard, the Cool Ocean is your Pool. During the day, lay in the sun, play in the cool Pacific Ocean, enjoy a beach barbecue for lunch, and stroll along the waters edge. At low tide, explore the tide pools on both sides of the small Bay. In the evenings, sit on the upper-level deck and take in the ocean and sunset views with a glass of wine. Then cruise into the Village for dining or visit Shadow Brook Restaurant. Afterward, enjoy a peaceful beach walk under the light of the full moon. How classically cool can this be? You truly need to visit and experience this one-of-a-kind treasurethere is nothing comparable in Santa Cruz County. The home offers approximately 1,850 square feet across two levels, with a locking door separating the spaces. There are 3 bedrooms total - 2 on the upper floor and 1 on the lower level, which features a private beach access door. Each level includes a full kitchen and bathroom. Vacation rental permits are available with application. The property has been recently remodeled. Do yourself a favor and come experience this incredible coastal retreat.
Highlights
- Residential
- Townhouse
- Built in 1927
- $2,260/yr HOA
- 2 Car Garage
- 224 days on Market
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- Bedrooms
- 3
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- Bathrooms
- 2
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- Year Built
- 1927
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- Stories
- 2.0
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- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
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- Garage Spaces
- 2.0
-
- Parking Features
- Garage, Covered
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- Living Area
- 1850.0
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- Flooring
- Wood
-
- Cooling
- None
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- Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned
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- View
- Bay
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- Water
- Public
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- County
- Santa Cruz
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- City
- Capitola
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- Zip Code
- 95010
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Nearby Schools
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Price History
| 11/09/2016 | Sold | $2,900,000 |
| Source: bridgeMLS #ML81628875 | ||
| Listed | $2,995,000 | |
| Source: bridgeMLS #ML81628875 | ||
| 05/27/2026 | Price Changed | $3,995,000 |
| Source: bridgeMLS #ML82041044 | ||
| 03/31/2026 | Listed | $4,187,650 |
| Source: bridgeMLS #ML82041044 | ||
| 03/27/2025 | Off Market | — |
| Source: bridgeMLS #ML81999793 | ||
| 03/27/2025 | Off Market | — |
| Source: MLSListings #ML81999793 | ||
| 11/09/2016 | Sold | $2,900,000 |
| Source: MLSListings #ML81628875 | ||
| 10/18/2016 | Listed | $2,995,000 |
| Source: MLSListings #ML81628875 | ||
Source: MLS Data
Deed History
| 11/09/2016 | Grant Deed | $2,900,000 |
| 01/20/1998 | Intrafamily Transfer - Transaction is between related parties for any reason & no consideration. | $0 |
| 01/20/1998 | Affidavit of Death | $0 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
Mortgage History
| 01/25/2017 | ARM (Adjustable Rate Mortgage as of August, 2009) | $1,100,000 |
| 12/24/2014 | New Conventional | $178,000 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
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This home is listed at $3,995,000 with 1,850 sqft of space—that comes out to approximately $2,159 per square foot.
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1500 Wharf Rd was listed on March 31, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 224 days.
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When was this house built?
This home was built in 1927, making it approximately 99 years old.
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This home has an HOA fee of $2,260 paid annually.
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